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She doesn't have a single idea vs She has not a single idea

Both phrases are correct, but 'she doesn't have a single idea' is more commonly used in English. The contraction 'doesn't' is more informal and natural in everyday conversation.

Last updated: March 17, 2024 • 3423 views

She doesn't have a single idea

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is a common way to express that someone lacks any ideas. The contraction 'doesn't' is informal and natural in everyday conversation.

Examples:

  • She doesn't have a single idea about what to do next.
  • He doesn't have a single idea how to solve this problem.
  • Aug 8, 2015 ... She doesn't have a single idea of her own. When Hong Jinho explains his strategies to her, she just agrees and quietly goes along. That kind of ...
  • She doesn't have a single idea what her style is. I'm glad she was sent home. The nail art segment was just ridiculous and what was the point ...
  • Sep 21, 2011 ... But it's not like Sofia where she doesn't have a single idea that English has more vowel sounds (not letters) than the Spanish a,i,e,o,u.
  • She doesn't have a single idea of how to use it, but it's part of any kid's life learning how to ride a bike for the first time. Home » Girls » Little Girl First Bike.

Alternatives:

  • She has not a single idea
  • She does not have a single idea
  • She hasn't a single idea
  • She has no idea at all
  • She lacks any ideas

She has not a single idea

This phrase is correct but less common in English.

This phrase is grammatically correct but sounds more formal or old-fashioned compared to 'she doesn't have a single idea.'

Examples:

  • She has not a single idea about how to proceed.
  • He has not a single idea what to write for the essay.
  • Jun 26, 2007 ... "She has been kept here locked up until she has not a single idea left in her silly noddle. No man of sense could endure her for five minutes.

Alternatives:

  • She doesn't have a single idea
  • She does not have a single idea
  • She hasn't a single idea
  • She has no idea at all
  • She lacks any ideas

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